Charley Hull Leads AIG Women's Open

Charley Hull leads the AIG Women's Open at St Andrews after a challenging opening round marked by gusting winds of up to 40 mph. Hull's five-under-par 67, featuring six birdies and just one bogey, gives her a one-shot advantage over world number one Nelly Korda and China's Ruoning Yin. The difficult conditions tested all competitors, with Hull, Korda, and defending champion Lilia Vu making it through a six-hour round. Despite the slow pace and adverse weather, Hull's performance showcased her growing maturity and ability to handle tough links golf. The leaderboard remains tight, with several top-ranked players in close pursuit.